GRE Word List
PHYSIOGNOMY
the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance
The meaning of the word physiognomy is the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| trigger | a piece (such as a lever) connected with a catch or detent as a means of releasing it |
| pandemonium | a wild uproar (as because of anger or excitement in a crowd of people) |
| hydrophobia | rabies |
| rumble | to make a low heavy rolling sound |
| hortatory | hortative |
| leery | suspicious |
| parsimony | the quality of being careful with money or resources : thrift |
| aseptic | preventing infection |
| touching | capable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion |
| florid | very flowery in style : ornate |